1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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. 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 9 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Comodoro | Carlton |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |