1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1981 Citroen LN
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 11 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1981 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Comodoro | LN |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
