1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 45 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 613 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 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Commodore | RDX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
