1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 29 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 227 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Toyota Previa. 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, 1999 Toyota Previa, 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | GTO | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
