2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 143 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Veracruz | Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |