1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 281 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Vauxhall Victor | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Vauxhall | Chevrolet |
Model | Victor | Colorado |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |