2004 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 482 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Pony |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
