2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1230 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
