1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1969 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
