1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

1998 De Tomaso Mangusta 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make De Tomaso Chevrolet
Model Mangusta Colorado
Year Released 1998 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 185 HP
Torque 426 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2830 mm


 

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