1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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) has 175 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
