1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (125 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 350 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (306 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Cutlass | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
