1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 365 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Comodoro | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
