1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 35 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 178 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Comodoro | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
