1975 Honda 145 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 770 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145, 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 145 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | 145 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
