1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1190 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 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
