1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 472 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 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pony | Touran |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
