1977 AMC Matador vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 691 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | AMC | Opel |
Model | Matador | Commodore |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |