1971 Opel Commodore vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Commodore weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Commodore | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
