2000 AC Aceca vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 720 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 AC Aceca 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 2000 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Aceca | Pony |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |
