2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2440 mm |
