1995 Hyundai Pony vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Pony is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 84 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Pony | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Pony | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
