2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1995 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1995 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1995 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1995 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Pilot | Pony |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
