1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 616 weights approximately 22 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Pony | 616 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
