1976 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 29 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 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Commodore weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 1976 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 1976 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | RunX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
