2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. Both 2009 Hyundai Accent and 1998 Hyundai Pony are equipped with a 1,341 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 83 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Accent | Pony |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
