1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 1971 Ford 17 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Comodoro | 17 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
