1971 Opel Commodore vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 20 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 20 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Commodore weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. 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, 1991 Toyota Carina, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Commodore | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Carina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
