1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 19 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 13 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Comodoro | Corsair |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |