1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno is newer by 39 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, 2007 Suzuki Reno (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 111 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
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, 2007 Suzuki Reno, 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, 2007 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Commodore | Reno |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
