1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 6 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1895 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 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
