2006 Nissan Titan vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT. 2006 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1971 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Titan | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
