1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 584 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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Comodoro | Falcon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2838 mm |