1970 Opel Admiral vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 31 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Opel Zafira, 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, 1970 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Admiral | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Admiral | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
