Opel Commodore C (1978–1982)

The Opel Commodore C was offered with 4 gasoline engine versions, from 115 to 130 hp, built 1978–1982.

Production years1978–1982
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length185.2 in (4,705 mm)
Width68.1 in (1,730 mm) – 67.8 in (1,722 mm)
Height55.5 in (1,410 mm)
Cargo volume22.2 cu ft (630 l) – 17.0 cu ft (480 l)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)

All Opel Commodore C engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
2.5 S (115 hp)1978–1982Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)136 lb-ft (185 Nm)11.5 s112 mph (180 km/h)Rear-wheel drive
2.5 S (115 hp) Automatic1978–1982Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)136 lb-ft (185 Nm)13 s109 mph (175 km/h)Rear-wheel drive
2.5 E (130 hp)1981–1982Gasoline130 hp (96 kW)136 lb-ft (185 Nm)11 s118 mph (190 km/h)Rear-wheel drive
2.5 E (130 hp) Automatic1981–1982Gasoline130 hp (96 kW)136 lb-ft (185 Nm)12.5 s115 mph (185 km/h)Rear-wheel drive

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

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