1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 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 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Hyundai Pony (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Hyundai Pony | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Pony | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
