1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 325 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
