1973 Opel Admiral vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 36 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral. 2009 Suzuki Equator 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. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Admiral | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Admiral | Equator |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
