2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30, 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai i30 | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
