1972 Opel Admiral vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Admiral. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Admiral | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Admiral | Solstice |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2399 cc |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |