2007 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Opel Commodore

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.

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2007 Audi A4 1969 Opel Commodore
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Commodore
Year Released 2007 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2784 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L