1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 43 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 164 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Commodore | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
