1971 Opel GT vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 34 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | GT | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
