1995 Hyundai Pony vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Pony is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 685 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 1993 Toyota Previa 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 1993 Toyota Previa. 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Pony | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Previa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
