1973 Opel Admiral vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 230 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 1973 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 1973 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral. 2005 Toyota Sienna 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. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Admiral | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Admiral | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
