1992 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, both 1992 Hyundai Sonata and 1992 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Hyundai Sonata. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Hyundai Sonata | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
Model | Sonata | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |