1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Pony | Carina |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |