2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
