1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Pony is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Pony | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
