1994 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, both 1994 Hyundai Sonata and 1994 Volkswagen Gol were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Sonata (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 461 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1994 Hyundai Sonata (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 1994 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen Gol has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen Gol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Sonata | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sonata | Gol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
