1978 Hyundai Pony vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 651 kg more than 1978 Hyundai Pony.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2007 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1978 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1978 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Hyundai Pony | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Hyundai | Ford |
Model | Pony | Falcon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1581 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2930 mm |