1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
| Model | Pony | Defender |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2058 kg |
