1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 is newer by 4 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 117 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Lada 117 (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Pony | 117 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
