1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1969 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
