1979 Hyundai Pony vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, both 1979 Hyundai Pony and 1979 Chrysler Avenger were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
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. 1979 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1979 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1979 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Hyundai Pony | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Hyundai | Chrysler |
Model | Pony | Avenger |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |