1970 Opel Admiral vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 781 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Admiral | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Admiral | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
