2010 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 700 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Hyundai Veracruz | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Veracruz | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2804 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 69 L |