1989 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | AX | Pony |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
