1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima is newer by 34 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, 2004 Kia Optima (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 368 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, 2004 Kia Optima (199 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Comodoro | Optima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
