1974 Opel Admiral vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Admiral weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, 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, 1974 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Opel Admiral | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Opel | Proton |
Model | Admiral | 400 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |