1977 Opel Commodore vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 31 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Commodore. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Commodore | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Commodore | Sky |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
