2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 38 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 501 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | B3000 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
