1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 43 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 307 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Comodoro | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
