1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 33 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 (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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, 2003 Renault Megane, 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 (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
