1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 30 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2000 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | GTO | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
