1971 Opel GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
