1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 935 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hyundai | SsangYong |
| Model | Pony | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
