2005 Holden Zafira vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Holden Zafira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Zafira, 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 Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Zafira | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Zafira | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
