1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Alto is newer by 11 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 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 322 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1981 Suzuki Alto, 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 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | GTO | Alto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2160 mm |
