2006 GMC Savana vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1483 kg more than 1968 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
