1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 541 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Comodoro | V50 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |