1980 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2011 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla 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. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
