1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 750 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 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Comodoro | XJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3157 mm |
