1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 24 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 220 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. 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, 1994 Renault 19, 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | 19 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
