2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 894 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
