1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (196 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
