1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1187 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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Comodoro | T5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
