1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 19 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 130 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 190 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 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 | 1300 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
