2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 36 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | SSR | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
