2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 38 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 141 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobalt | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
