1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 177 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Comodoro | 343 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
