1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 85 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Comodoro | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
