2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Blackhawk | Pony |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
