1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 390 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Comodoro | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
