1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 242 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Comodoro | 242 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
