1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1998 Hyundai Pony and 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (185 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 718 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Pony | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
