2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Sonata | 109 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
