1977 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Regal | Pony |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |