1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 39 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 (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Opel Agila. 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, 2009 Opel Agila, 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2009 Opel Agila | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | GTO | Agila |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 41 L |