2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 96 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Colorado | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
