1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 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 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett.
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, 1986 Opel Kadett (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Commodore | Kadett |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |