1973 Opel Admiral vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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. Both 1973 Opel Admiral and 2005 Volkswagen GTI are equipped with a 2,784 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Admiral | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Admiral | GTI |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
