1968 Opel Commodore vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1981 Triumph TR7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 125 kg more than 1981 Triumph TR7.
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, 1981 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Commodore | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Commodore | TR7 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |