1984 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Hyundai Pony (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 1974 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, 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, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Pony |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |