1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1985 Hyundai Pony and 1985 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 150 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 Volkswagen Passat (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Hyundai Pony | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Pony | Passat |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 96 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |