1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 565 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 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Hyundai Pony | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Pony | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |