2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-150 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 75 L |