1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 354 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Comodoro | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
