1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1178 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 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 2013 Honda Pilot 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. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Pony | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2775 mm |
