2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1967 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Sunny 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 188 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1967 Nissan Sunny. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 1967 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
