2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 762 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Terracan | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2930 mm |
