1968 Opel GT vs. 1976 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Golf (75 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1976 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 1976 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
