1992 Ford Probe vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1992 Ford Probe is newer by 25 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Probe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
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, 1992 Ford Probe, 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, 1992 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Probe | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Probe | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
