1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 2 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 490 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Comodoro | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |