1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare

To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 6 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.

Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 1976 Plymouth Volare
Make Chevrolet Plymouth
Model Comodoro Volare
Year Released 1970 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 3685 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2870 mm


 

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