2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1965 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 686 kg more than 1965 Jeep CJ5. 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 (305 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1965 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Colorado | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2060 mm |
