1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Hyundai Pony | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pony | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
