1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 80 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Comodoro | 505 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
