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Opel Commodore 2.8

General information

ModelOpel Commodore 2.8
Year1969
Rating63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2784 ccm (169.88 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2784 ccm (169.88 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power160.00 PS (118 kW or 158 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque233.00 Nm (23.8 kgf-m or 171.9 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1333 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4610 litres (1,218 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4620 mm (181.9 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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