1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 716 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Comodoro | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |