1969 Opel Admiral vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Admiral 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 1969 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1969 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Admiral | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Admiral | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
