1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 910 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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 (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Pontiac GTO | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |