1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1986 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 16 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, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 320 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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1986 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Comodoro | CX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
