1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
