1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 306 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pony | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
