1998 Hyundai Pony vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 867 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 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Pony | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dodge |
| Model | Pony | Charger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
