1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 260 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 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Comodoro | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
