1970 Opel GT vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Quest |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
