2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird 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 185 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 686 kg more than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
