2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 272 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 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colorado | 98 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
