2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 30 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 236 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. 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, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Almera | GTO |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
