1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 840 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Comodoro | S |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |