1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1982 Opel Ascona

To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Commodore 1982 Opel Ascona
Make Opel Opel
Model Commodore Ascona
Year Released 1967 1982
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2580 mm


 

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