1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1973 Datsun Laurel is newer by 3 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun Laurel (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 655 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, 1973 Datsun Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Comodoro | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
