2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Commodore. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
