1969 Opel Admiral vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Admiral | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Admiral | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
