2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore.
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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tiburon | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
