1999 Honda Today vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Commodore weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1972 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
