1971 Opel Admiral vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 406 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Admiral weights approximately 53 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406, 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, 1971 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Admiral | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Admiral | 406 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
