1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 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. Both 1985 Hyundai Pony and 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 50 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pony | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
