1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, 2004 Holden Astra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Holden Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Astra, 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | GTO | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
