1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 144 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |