1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 22 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 260 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Dodge Caravan. 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan, 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 (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Caravan | GTO |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
