1994 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. Both 1994 Hyundai Sonata and 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante are equipped with a 2,972 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 144 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Sonata | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sonata | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
