1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
