1989 Audi V8 vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 4 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 820 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 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 1989 Audi V8 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. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Audi V8 | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | V8 | Pony |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |