2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 166 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
