1988 Rover Vitesse vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 166 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Rover Vitesse | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vitesse | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
