1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 886 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Pony | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
