2008 Acura RDX vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 38 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2008 Acura RDX 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. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | RDX | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
