2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Tucson | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 102 L |
