2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX 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 231 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | S-MX | GTO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
