1985 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 173 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |
