1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon 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 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1142 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Comodoro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
