1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 43 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 279 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Commodore | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
