1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (141 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pony | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
