1968 Opel GT vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1986 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 18 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 486 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1986 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
