2004 MG TF vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 MG TF 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, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
