2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 362 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
