1980 Opel Commodore vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Twingo is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Renault Twingo, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
