1971 Opel Commodore vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 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 25 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Opel Commodore.
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, 1988 Toyota Camry, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Commodore | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Camry |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |