1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 78 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
