2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 896 kg more than 1980 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
