1968 Opel Commodore vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 604 is newer by 16 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 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Commodore | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Commodore | 604 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |