1993 Dodge Stealth vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 445 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Stealth | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Stealth | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
