1965 MG MGB vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 406 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGB | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | MGB | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
