2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 34 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 470 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Berlina | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
