1968 Opel GT vs. 1991 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1991 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 23 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1991 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 1991 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | GT | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 47 L |
