2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1963 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 496 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1963 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 31 L |
