2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Trajet | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
