1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 9 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 521 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 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Pony | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Pony | V50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |