2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 710 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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.
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2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Terracan | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |