1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1986 Opel Omega

To start off, 1986 Opel Omega 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega 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 Omega
Make Opel Opel
Model Commodore Omega
Year Released 1967 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 2969 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 94 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2740 mm


 

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