1999 Hyundai Pony vs. 1999 Lexus SC
To start off, both 1999 Hyundai Pony and 1999 Lexus SC were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus SC weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus SC 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 1999 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Pony | 1999 Lexus SC | |
Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
Model | Pony | SC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |