2007 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 11 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | TSX | Pony |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
