1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 282 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 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Comodoro | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
