1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 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 11 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. 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 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Comodoro | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
