1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 497 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 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Comodoro | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| 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 | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |
