1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 750 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, 2005 Renault Espace, 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, 2005 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2005 Renault Espace | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Commodore | Espace |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |