1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 30 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
