1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1984 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1984 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 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. Both 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro and 1984 Ford Fairlane are equipped with a 4,093 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 445 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, 1984 Ford Fairlane (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1984 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Comodoro | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |