1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 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.
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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
