2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 324 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
