1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 74 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 72 L |
