1974 Hyundai Pony vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 28 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), 2002 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Samara II weights approximately 140 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, 2002 Lada Samara II, 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, 2002 Lada Samara II (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Hyundai Pony | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Pony | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
