1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 17 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 235 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
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, 1987 Acura Integra, 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | GTO | Integra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
