2006 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 648 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Accord | Pony |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
