1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2009 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Lexus GX 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GX weights approximately 620 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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2009 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Comodoro | GX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
