1968 Opel GT vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 41 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 985 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 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | GT | Antara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
