1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 375 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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (177 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Celica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
