1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 1998 Lada 111
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 24 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 111 weights approximately 215 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, 1998 Lada 111, 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, 1998 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Hyundai Pony | 1998 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Pony | 111 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
