1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1236 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Commodore | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
