1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 336 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Comodoro | C30 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2639 mm |