1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Condor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
