1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 37 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 249 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio 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. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | GTO | Clio |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |