1969 Opel Commodore vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 280Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1975 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 104 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore.
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 (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Opel | Datsun |
| Model | Commodore | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
