1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 721 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 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Comodoro | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
