1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza 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 232 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
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, 2007 Suzuki Forenza, 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 (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | GTO | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
