1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Opel | Chrysler |
Model | Commodore | Centura |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |