1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony

To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Sprint and 1985 Hyundai Pony were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Chevrolet Sprint 1985 Hyundai Pony
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Sprint Pony
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Size 993 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 3590 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2390 mm


 

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