1996 Honda Legend vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 26 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 158 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Honda Legend. 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, 1996 Honda Legend, 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend. 1996 Honda Legend 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. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Legend | GTO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
