1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
