2009 Acura MDX vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 42 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 682 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 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | MDX | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
