1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 20 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. 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, 1990 Holden Apollo, 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 (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Pontiac | Holden |
Model | GTO | Apollo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6546 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |