2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 34 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 (365 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 622 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
