1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1492 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Comodoro | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3302 mm |
