2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
