2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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 (461 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Quest | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
