1976 Opel Commodore vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Opel Commodore | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 968 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2783 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 92 L |