1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 510 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 1997 Kia Potentia 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 1997 Kia Potentia. 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Hyundai Pony | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Pony | Potentia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |