1980 Opel Commodore vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 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 9 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 Xedos 6, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6. 1998 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Commodore | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Opel | Xedos |
Model | Commodore | 6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |