1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 225 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Comodoro | Corvette |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |