2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1970 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 39 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 571 kg more than 1970 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 1970 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1970 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Compass | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
