1971 Opel Commodore vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 23 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 1 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Commodore | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 306 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
