2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 12 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500.
Because 1984 Rover 3500 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 1984 Rover 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1984 Rover 3500 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Rover 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Sonata | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
