2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
