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Hyundai S-Coupe SLC 1.5 i (90 Hp)
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Hyundai S-Coupe:
The Hyundai Scoupe, also called the Hyundai S-Coupe, is a 2-door coupé produced by South Korean manufacturer Hyundai from 1990 to 1995, and based on the contemporaneous Hyundai Excel. The name, a portmanteau of "sporty" and "coupe," was pronounced "scoop".
Development of what would become the Scoupe started in 1985. At the 1989 Tokyo Motor Show, Hyundai exhibited a prototype which was named the "Sports-looking Car" concept. Regular production began in February 1990; the Scoupe cost ₩521 billion to develop. The drivetrain and underpinnings were largely identical to those of the contemporary Excel/Pony, albeit with marginally shorter gearing to improve acceleration and to give the car a somewhat sportier image. The Scoupe was introduced to the United States market for the 1991 model year at a base price of US$8,495 , thousands less than comparable sporty coupes. The badging used an enlarged, stylized "S" followed by all-caps "COUPE"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
SLC Overview:
Hyundai S-Coupe (SLC). With 130 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 975 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.4 s). The top speed reaches 178 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Hyundai S-Coupe SLC predates Euro NCAP testing, which began in 1997. Safety features were basic for its era, lacking modern active and passive systems.
1.5 i (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A balanced choice for daily driving, offering reasonable acceleration, especially with a manual transmission.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its power output, making it an efficient option for mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase and running costs
- • Sporty coupe styling for its era
- • Relatively lightweight and nimble
- • Simple, easy-to-maintain mechanics
- • Good fuel economy on certain trims
Cons:
- • Limited performance on base models
- • Basic safety features (predates modern standards)
- • Interior quality and refinement are dated
- • Road noise and ride comfort can be an issue
- • Rust can be a concern on older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(SLC: 1989 - 1993).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | S-Coupe |
| Generation: | SLC |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 i (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 60.2 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 130 Nm @ 3050 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1495 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 3 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 178 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 975 |
| Max. weight: | 1440 |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 262 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4215 mm mm |
| Width: | 1640 mm mm |
| Height: | 1328 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2383 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1390 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1343 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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