1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 7 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 355 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Comodoro | GTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
