1968 MG MGC vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGC | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | MGC | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
