1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 940 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2012 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2012 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Opel | Chrysler |
Model | Commodore | Voyager |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |