2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Tucson | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3140 mm |
