1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 284 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Comodoro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |