1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1989 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 15 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 45 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, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Jetta (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1989 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Pony | Jetta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |