1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 450 kg more than 1967 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Avanti | Opel |
Model | Avanti | Commodore |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |