1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Pony is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Pony | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
