2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Veracruz | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
