2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1970 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 36 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, 1970 Opel Admiral (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 406 kg more than 1970 Opel Admiral.
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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1970 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Trajet | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
