1970 Opel Commodore vs. 1971 TVR 2500
To start off, 1971 TVR 2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 TVR 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 TVR 2500. (107 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 TVR 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 198 kg more than 1971 TVR 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 TVR 2500. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 TVR 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Commodore | 1971 TVR 2500 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Commodore | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
