1976 Opel Commodore vs. 1976 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, both 1976 Opel Commodore and 1976 Vauxhall Cavalier were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Vauxhall Cavalier.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 1976 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Commodore | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
