1986 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1986 Honda Civic, 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 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
