2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler 300 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3210 mm |
