1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 20 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, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 15 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Comodoro | BX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
