2001 Opel Omega vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega 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 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 495 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
