1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
