1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 36 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 158 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70. 2006 Volvo XC70 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. 2006 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
