1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1971 Mazda 110 S is newer by 1 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 (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 755 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 110 S | GTO |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 6548 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
