1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 33 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Comodoro | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
