1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (76 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
