1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 13 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 830 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pony | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
