1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 440 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Commodore | Commodore |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |