1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1981 Saab 900
To start off, 1981 Saab 900 is newer by 14 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Saab 900 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1981 Saab 900 | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Commodore | 900 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |