1969 Opel Commodore vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 31 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore. 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, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Commodore | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
