1985 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
