1969 Opel Commodore vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 22 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 469 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera 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, 1969 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
