2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
