1988 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 23 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 815 kg more than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Hyundai Sonata. 2011 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1988 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 1988 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Sonata | Navara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |