1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 29 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Comodoro | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
