1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1992 Citroen XM
To start off, 1992 Citroen XM is newer by 22 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, 1992 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 160 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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1992 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Comodoro | XM |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
