1999 Holden Vectra vs. 1970 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 29 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Admiral weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 1970 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
