2007 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 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 1970 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.

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2007 Audi A4 1970 Opel Commodore
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Commodore
Year Released 2007 1970
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2784 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L