1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 24 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Because 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 1985 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Hyundai Pony | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Pony | i10 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |