1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 840 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 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Comodoro | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
