1968 Opel Commodore vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Commodore | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |