1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 195 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 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
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1996 Hyundai Pony | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Pony | Tribute |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |