2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Veracruz | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |
