1989 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
