1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 21 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 277 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Nova | GTO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
