1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry 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 277 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 445 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | GTO | Camry |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |