2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 31 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 215 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 251 kg more than 2001 Holden Zafira. 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, 2001 Holden Zafira, 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Zafira | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Zafira | GTO |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |