1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 422 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Comodoro | C5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1607 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
