1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 95 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 256 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vega | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
