2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo 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 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1976 Opel Commodore (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Rodeo | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Rodeo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2670 mm |
