1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Opel | Tatra |
| Model | Commodore | T700 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
