1970 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 187 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Prix | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
