1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 41 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Commodore | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
