1980 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 768 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
