1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage 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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Commodore | Sportage |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |