1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 16 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1265 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 2010 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Pony | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
