1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 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 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 430 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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Comodoro | 960 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
