1969 Opel Admiral vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 44 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 370 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 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Admiral | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Admiral | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
