1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 14 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 925 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.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Pony | Antara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
