1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1974 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1974 Lotus Elite is newer by 4 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, 1974 Lotus Elite (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Elite. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1974 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Comodoro | Elite |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
