1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Subaru 1.8.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Commodore | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
