1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 14 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 1999 Toyota Vitz are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 90 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 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Hyundai Pony | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Pony | Vitz |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
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 | 87 HP |
Torque | 96 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |