1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Comodoro | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2737 mm |
