1973 Opel Admiral vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 245 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 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Admiral | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Admiral | Tundra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3270 mm |