2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1989 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 Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac 6000. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Tiburon | 6000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |