1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1014 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 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | Multivan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |