1970 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Pontiac GTO is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,398 cc, 1999 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 204 kg more than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (203 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Fairlady | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Fairlady | GTO |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2398 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1199 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
