1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 280 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 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Comodoro | S60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
