1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 440 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 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Kingswood | Pony |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |