1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 450 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Solara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
