1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 39 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. Both 1967 Opel Commodore and 2006 Nissan Pathfinder are equipped with a 2,488 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1065 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Commodore | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
