1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 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 33 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 838 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon. 2010 GMC Yukon 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. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Pontiac | GMC |
Model | GTO | Yukon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6548 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |