1989 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1989 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Hyundai Sonata (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Hyundai Sonata | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sonata | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
