1995 Hyundai Pony vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Pony is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Pony | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pony | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
