1968 Opel GT vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 26 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
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, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, 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, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 ZAZ Slavuta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | GT | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
