1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman 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 137 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman. 1992 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Statesman | GTO |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
