1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 178 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Comodoro | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1404 mm |
