1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 579 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pony | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
