1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 180 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Pony | 929 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
