1979 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 346 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
