1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2005 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | Jetta |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 115 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |