1988 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Sonata (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 456 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Hyundai Sonata (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Sonata |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |