2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i10 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
