1980 Opel Commodore vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 82 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Because 1980 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 1980 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Commodore | Laser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
