1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 21 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet SS (245 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | SS | GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
