1978 Buick Estate vs. 1986 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Pony is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Pony. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 970 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Estate 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 1978 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 1986 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Estate | Pony |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
