2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
| Model | i30 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
