1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1125 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.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1985 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1985 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Hyundai Pony | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Hyundai | Oldsmobile |
Model | Pony | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 96 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |