1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
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 Renault Clio, 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Commodore | Clio |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |