2004 Holden Combo vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 37 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Combo, 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Combo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
