1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1985 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1985 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 11 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1985 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Pony | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |