1972 Opel Admiral vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 38 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 13 kg more than 1972 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Admiral. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Admiral | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Admiral | HHR |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4483 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
