1990 Honda Integra vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 308 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Integra | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Integra | Sonata |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |