1971 Opel Admiral vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 38 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, 1971 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 297 kg more than 1971 Opel Admiral.
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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon, 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Admiral | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Admiral | Actyon |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |