1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
