2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
