1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 42 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 212 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 140 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | GTO | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| 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 | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
