1986 Nissan Micra vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1986 Nissan Micra is newer by 16 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 321 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Micra, 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Micra | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Micra | GTO |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
