1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 28 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 229 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 605 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon. 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon, 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon. 1998 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Pontiac | Plymouth |
| Model | GTO | Neon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
