1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 759 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 S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Comodoro | S80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2835 mm |
