1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 390 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, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Commodore | C5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
