1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1977 Opel Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 2200 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
