1980 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Sonata |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |