1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 950 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Pony | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
