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 (175 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 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 315 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 2500 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 | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |