1971 Opel GT vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1971 Opel GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel GT (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 1971 Opel GT (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | GT | GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 44 L |
