1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 is newer by 31 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 132 kg more than 1998 Proton 300. 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, 1998 Proton 300, 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 (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1998 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Commodore | 300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
