2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera. 2007 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Supra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
