1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1526 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Hyundai Pony | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pony | 500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 120 L |