1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 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 4 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 189 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Comodoro | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
