1995 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Ford Escort, 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 (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escort | GTO |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
