1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger is newer by 41 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2011 Dodge Avenger, 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 (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | GTO | Avenger |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6546 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |