1993 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 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 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Prelude weights approximately 65 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.
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, 1993 Honda Prelude, 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, 1993 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Prelude | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
