1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1405 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Pony | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
