1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Comodoro | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |