1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 32 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 331 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Comodoro | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
