2001 Mazda B4000 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 34 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 175 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.
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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B4000 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B4000 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
