1970 Opel Commodore vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 23 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Commodore | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
