1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 37 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 146 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus, 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 (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Magnus. 2005 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Commodore | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
