1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 306 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.
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, 1986 Rover 825, 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1986 Rover 825 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Commodore | 825 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |