1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 225 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 184 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | GTO | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1216 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |