1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony

To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Buick Centurion 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Buick Centurion 1994 Hyundai Pony
Make Buick Hyundai
Model Centurion Pony
Year Released 1973 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3050 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2076 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm