1969 Opel Commodore vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
