1970 Opel GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
