2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 555 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
