1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 27 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 680 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Caprice | Commodore |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |