1970 Opel GT vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 1998 Volvo V90 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 1998 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | GT | V90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
