1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 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 158 more horse power than 2004 Volvo XC90. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 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 GTO (603 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac GTO | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |
