2002 Honda Insight vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 17 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Insight | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Insight | Pony |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
