1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Toyota Matrix, 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 Toyota Matrix (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
