1989 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 24 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Sonata | EX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
