1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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 (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Vectra | GTO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
