1980 Opel Commodore vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 26 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore. 2006 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Commodore | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
