1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 605 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 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
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1985 Hyundai Pony | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Pony | Tribute |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |