1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Celica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
