1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 29 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1970 Opel GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Venture | GT |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |