1970 Opel Commodore vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius is newer by 31 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Prius, 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Commodore | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Prius |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
