1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 317 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Comodoro | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2712 mm |