1988 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 32 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Hyundai Sonata | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Sonata | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
