1998 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Hyundai Pony is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Pony |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |