1969 Opel GT vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | GT | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
