1980 Buick Estate 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 Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. 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 Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Estate | Colorado |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |