1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 21 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, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
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, 1988 Renault 21, 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, 1988 Renault 21 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1988 Renault 21 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Commodore | 21 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |