2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colorado | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
