1980 Opel Commodore vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 124 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Commodore | Velox |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
