1995 Hyundai Pony vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Pony is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Pony | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Pony | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| 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 | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
