1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 15 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1414 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 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 1985 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1985 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1985 Hyundai Pony 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Hyundai Rolls-Royce
Model Pony Silver Seraph
Year Released 1985 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 318 HP
Torque 96 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 2304 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 3070 mm