1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1984 Seat Ibiza (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Pony | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
