1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 41 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 311 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Comodoro | HHR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2629 mm |
