1973 Opel Admiral vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 38 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35, 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, 1973 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Admiral | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Admiral | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
