1970 Opel Admiral vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Admiral weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Admiral | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Admiral | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
