1969 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 174 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, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Commodore | Touran |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |