1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 257 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 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Comodoro | Dart |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |