2007 Honda Element vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 736 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 1970 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
