2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 995 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Astro 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 2005 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Astro | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Astro | Pony |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
