2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2008 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 2008 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Terracan | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
Model | Terracan | Pony |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |