1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Pony is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 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 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Pony | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
Model | Pony | 924 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |