1969 Opel Admiral vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 (163 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Admiral | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Admiral | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |