2012 Hyundai i30 vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair. 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai i30 | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | i30 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
