1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 292 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Plymouth | Hyundai |
| Model | GTX | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
