2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 18 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Sonata | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
