1974 Opel Admiral vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 30 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Admiral weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Admiral | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Admiral | Clio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
