1980 Opel Commodore vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 19 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore. 1999 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Commodore | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |
