2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 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 (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 (603 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
