1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Comodoro | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
