2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
