1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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 Volvo S80, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (388 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | S80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6546 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
