1997 Hyundai Pony vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 703 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 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Pony | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Pony | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
