1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 1979 Porsche 928 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 928 weights approximately 330 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Comodoro | 928 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |