1973 Opel Admiral vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 1988 Subaru XT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Admiral | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Admiral | XT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
