1973 Opel Admiral vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 40 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Admiral weights approximately 26 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Admiral | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Admiral | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |