1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 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 5 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Comodoro | Ascona |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |