1969 Opel Commodore vs. 1968 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Opel Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 1968 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Commodore | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
