1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 990 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 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Hyundai Pony | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Pony | Retona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |