2007 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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 (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
