1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 700 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Chevrolet Pontiac
Model Comodoro Grand Safari
Year Released 1970 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 5032 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 124 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2950 mm


 

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