1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 21 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, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 115 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1991 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Comodoro | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
