1969 Opel Admiral vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Admiral | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Admiral | Korando |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
