2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry.
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 i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
