1969 Opel Admiral vs. 2003 Tata Safari

To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 34 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 565 kg more than 1969 Opel Admiral.

Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 1969 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Opel Admiral 2003 Tata Safari
Make Opel Tata
Model Admiral Safari
Year Released 1969 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2784 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 142 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 227 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2660 mm


 

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