1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 15 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Comodoro | Corona |
Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |