1969 Opel Commodore vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 37 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 155 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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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 (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Camry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
