2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 38 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber, 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 GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Caliber | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
