1997 Hyundai Pony vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Pony is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Pony | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
