1969 Opel Commodore vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Renault 25 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 13 more horse power than 1991 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 25. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 1991 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | 25 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
