1980 Opel Commodore vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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, 1980 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Commodore | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Commodore | Corolla |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |