1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 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 1968 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac GTO | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | GTO | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |