1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Nissan Livina

To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina 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 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 159 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 Nissan Livina, 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Commodore 2012 Nissan Livina
Make Opel Nissan
Model Commodore Livina
Year Released 1967 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 153 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 Weight 1170 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 52 L