2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
