1982 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Pony is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 6 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1999 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Pony |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
