1976 Opel Commodore vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
