2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 295 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Five Hundred | Commodore |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |