1995 Hyundai Pony vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Pony is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 68 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1995 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Pony | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
