1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1993 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 23 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 620 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1993 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Comodoro | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
