1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Renault 4 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 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. 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 Renault 4, 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
