1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Typhoon | GTO |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
