1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 208 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Comodoro | GTI |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |