2005 Daewoo Rexton vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Rexton | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Rexton | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
