1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 20 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 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 397 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pony | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
