1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 428 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Comodoro | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
