1999 Dodge Ram vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 187 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Ram | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
