2004 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty, 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Hyundai Dynasty 1970 Pontiac GTO
Make Hyundai Pontiac
Model Dynasty GTO
Year Released 2004 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 6548 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 370 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 603 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.1 mm 104.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 95.3 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2850 mm


 

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