1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Comodoro | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
