1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 227 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (705 Nm) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Viper | Pony |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
