2007 Acura RDX vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 37 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 130 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RDX | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
