1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 7 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Pony | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
