1989 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | Sonata | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 104 L |