1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Pony is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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 53 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1998 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Pony | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pony | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |