1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 44 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Comodoro | Golf |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |