2009 Ford Escape vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Commodore weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
