1976 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 550 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
