1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 167 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 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Commodore | Focus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1337 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
