1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1979 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 195 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Comodoro | Falcon |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |