1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 38 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 35 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, 2005 Opel Tigra, 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
