1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1995 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 970 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1995 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Explorer | Pony |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
