2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |