1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 368 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
