1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 284 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Mustang. (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Mustang | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Colorado |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |