1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 27 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 106 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Comodoro | EL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
