1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 53 kg more than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Comodoro | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
