1972 Opel Commodore vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Commodore weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200, 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, 1972 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Commodore | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Commodore | 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
