1996 Hyundai Pony vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 16 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 670 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Pony | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pony | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1633 mm |
