1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 37 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 13 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 125 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
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, 2004 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
