2007 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Admiral.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Admiral. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1974 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1974 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 | 1974 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
