1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 150 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 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony, 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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (161 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Pony | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
