1990 Nissan Presea vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea 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 92 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 271 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1990 Nissan Presea, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Nissan Presea 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Nissan Chevrolet
Model Presea Colorado
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2830 mm


 

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