1971 Opel Admiral vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 35 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 478 kg more than 1971 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Admiral | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Admiral | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
