1973 Opel Commodore vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Opel Commodore 1995 Toyota Lexcen
Make Opel Toyota
Model Commodore Lexcen
Year Released 1973 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2488 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2740 mm


 

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