2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Veracruz | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |