1970 Opel Admiral vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 80 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 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Admiral | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Admiral | Outback |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |