1970 Opel GT vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
