1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 38 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 207 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | GTO | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
