1969 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 314 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 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Commodore | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
