1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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 (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | GTO | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6546 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2194 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 |
