1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 370 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 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Comodoro | 320 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
