1973 Opel Admiral vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Admiral | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Admiral | F-150 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |