2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 597 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Terracan | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
