1973 Opel Admiral vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 289 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, 2010 Nissan Murano, 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Admiral | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Admiral | Murano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
