2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2009 Honda Pilot 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. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
