1977 Opel Commodore vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1977 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 1977 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Commodore | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Commodore | Neon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
