1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1985 Hyundai Pony and 1985 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (82 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 24 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 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Pony | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
