2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Sonata | 88 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
