2007 Honda Element vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 22 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Element | Pony |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
