1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 815 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Pony | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
