2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tiburon | Pony |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
