1969 Opel Commodore vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 35 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 403 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Commodore | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | Touran |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |