2001 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 122 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross 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 (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | VehiCross | GTO |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
