1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Avanti Avanti. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1979 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1979 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Avanti Avanti | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
Model | Avanti | GTO |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |