1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 260 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Comodoro | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
