1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1996 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Pony | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Pony | Elise |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |