1968 Opel Commodore vs. 1997 Proton 300
To start off, 1997 Proton 300 is newer by 29 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 141 kg more than 1997 Proton 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Proton 300, 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 1997 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Commodore | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
