2007 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1972 Opel Admiral (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Admiral |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |