1968 Opel GT vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 400 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 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, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel GT | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | GT | Camry |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |