1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 421 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Celebrity | Tucson |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |