1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 34 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
