2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
