1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Renault 4, 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
