1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pony | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
