1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 200 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1998 Tata E | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Commodore | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |