1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Hyundai Pony | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pony | F300 Life Jet |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3020 mm |