2006 Acura MDX vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 36 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 441 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | MDX | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |
