1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 42 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 670 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 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Commodore | Korando |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
