1969 Opel Commodore vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 18 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 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Commodore | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Commodore | 420 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |