1970 Opel Admiral vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 40 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, 2010 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 380 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 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Admiral | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Admiral | Antara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
