1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix, 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 (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 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 Length | 4580 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
