1969 Opel Admiral vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 18 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 89 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 641 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1987 Vauxhall Astra, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Admiral | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Admiral | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
