1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Hyundai Pony (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pony | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
