1969 Opel Admiral vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 19 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 (163 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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, 1988 Renault 5, 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 (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Admiral | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Admiral | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
