1992 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. 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, 1994 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Pony |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
