2009 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 340 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.
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 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Focus | Pony |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
