2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Genesis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
