2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1989 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Pilot | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
