1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 28 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (163 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
