1980 Audi Sport vs. 1970 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Admiral weights approximately 475 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1970 Opel Admiral | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | Sport | Admiral |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |