1977 Opel Commodore vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 19 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Opel Commodore.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Commodore | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Commodore | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1360 kg |
