1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift is newer by 40 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 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2007 Suzuki Swift, 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 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Commodore | Swift |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |