1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 399 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Comodoro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
