1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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 249 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, 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) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac GTO | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | Jetta |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |