1980 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Pony is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 27 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Escort 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1995 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Pony |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
