1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 Audi A5

To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 640 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 2012 Audi A5
Make Chevrolet Audi
Model Comodoro A5
Year Released 1970 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2470 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 79 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2751 mm


 

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