1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 21 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 412 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Hyundai Pony | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Pony | Mystique |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |