1968 Opel GT vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 1974 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1968 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel GT | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |