1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 605 is newer by 22 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 289 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, 1989 Peugeot 605, 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 605 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
