2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i10 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
