2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Sonata | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
