1971 Opel Commodore vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Renault 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Commodore weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4, 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, 1971 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Commodore | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
