1969 Opel Admiral vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Opel Admiral. 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 Previa, 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 (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa. 2005 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Admiral | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Admiral | Previa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
