1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 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. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 215 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 Rover 25 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Pony | 25 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
