2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 24 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1020 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.

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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1985 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1985 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chrysler Town & Country 1985 Hyundai Pony
Make Chrysler Hyundai
Model Town & Country Pony
Year Released 2009 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 66 HP
Torque 312 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.1 mm 82 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2390 mm