1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 334 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Commodore | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |