1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 214 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, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Camry |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |