1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
