1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 818 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
