1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 40 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 188 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | GTO | Caliber |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |