2001 Opel Astra vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 437 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
