1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 318 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 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Comodoro | V50 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |