1972 Ford Custom vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1972 Ford Custom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Custom | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
