1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 610 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 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Comodoro | 442 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |