2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 33 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 240 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Montero | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
