1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 311 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 760 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1979 Honda Accord, 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | GTO |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |