1997 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Sonata | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Triumph |
| Model | Sonata | Renown |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
