1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 17 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
