1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Corolla |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 175 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |