1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Comodoro | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
