1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 506 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Comodoro | Ram |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3560 mm |
