1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1148 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Commodore | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
