1975 Ford Torino vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2004 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Torino | GTO |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
