1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 650 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Comodoro | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
