1969 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 42 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 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 873 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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Commodore | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Commodore | Jazz |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
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 | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |