1980 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Colorado |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |